Can you find all 4 categories? Select 4 words and submit your guess.
This puzzle contains 16 words that can be grouped into 4 categories. The categories are: TREES (yellow), BURROWING MAMMALS (green), NAUTICAL GEAR (blue), STAGE PERFORMANCES (purple).
Words in this puzzle: ACORN, MAPLE, OAK, WALNUT, BEAVER, BADGER, MARMOT, WEASEL, ANCHOR, COMPASS, KNOT, LANTERN, OPERA, BALLET, MUSICAL, CIRCUS.
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“Acorn Maple Oak Walnut” is a a medium word categorization puzzle with 16 words that can be grouped into 4 hidden categories. It is a free online Connections-style game.
This puzzle is rated as medium difficulty. Yellow (easiest) categories are straightforward, while Purple (hardest) categories require lateral thinking.
Select 4 words that share a common theme and submit your guess. If correct, the group is revealed with a color-coded label. You have 4 mistakes before the game ends. New puzzles are added daily. Full guide →
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Yes, Daily Word Categories works on any device including phones, tablets, and desktops. You can also add it to your phone home screen for quick access (look for “Add to Home Screen” in your browser menu).